Tags: "marijuana"

15 Jul
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The Tragic Toll of Cannabis-Induced Psychosis: Stories of Loss and Awareness

Brant Clark and Shane Robinson: two lives cut short by cannabis-induced psychosis, revealing the devastating toll of marijuana's underestimated mental health risks. Their stories underscore the urgent need for awareness and caution in light of increasing marijuana use among younger ...

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03 Jul
0

Unpacking E-cigarette Use Among College Students

Nearly all college students who use e-cigarettes (95%) also use other substances. The substances most often reported were marijuana, alcohol and tobacco

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26 Jun
0

International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

This year's theme, "The evidence is clear: Invest in prevention," emphasizes the need for drug policies rooted in science, respect for human rights. The World Drug Report also released today, emphasizing continued international collaboration to prevent drug abuse.

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18 Jun
0

Breaking the Stigma: Supporting Pregnant Women with Substance Abuse

Supportive care empowers women to take control of their health and lives, and programs that offer a non-judgmental approach and focus on long-term recovery help women build resilience, self-esteem, and the skills needed to maintain sobriety.

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14 Jun
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Access Exclusive Resources from Dr. Lev’s Emergency Department Webinar

Join Dr. Roneet Lev, an expert in emergency and addiction medicine, as she takes you on a journey through real-life case reports from the emergency department, including cases involving pregnant patients.

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05 Jun
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Unveiling the Dark Side of Social Media: E-Cigarette Sales on TikTok

A recent study found that this popular social media had a marked increase in content promoting e-cigarettes, including illegal sales to underage users.

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28 May
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High Stakes: The Surprising Connection Between Teen Cannabis Use and Psychosis

Research studies have long suggested a potential link between marijuana use and psychotic disorders. A recent study conducted by McDonald et al., uncovered that these associations not only exist but are much stronger than anticipated.

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15 Apr
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Unveiling the Hidden Risks: Maternal Marijuana Use and Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Kids

A groundbreaking study presented at the European Psychiatric Association Congress 2024, unveiled disturbing findings relating to the impacts of marijuana use by pregnant mothers.

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29 Feb
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Marijuana use in any form linked to higher risk of heart attack or stroke

A new study recently published in the Journal of the American Heart Association indicates that smoking, vaping or eating marijuana is linked to a significantly higher risk of heart attack or stroke, even if the person had no existing heart ...

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28 Dec
0

Understanding Marijuana and Breastfeeding: Exploring New Resources

Marijuana use during breastfeeding poses risks that every nursing mother should be aware of and is a subject of growing concern among healthcare professionals.

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